Financial report from the past crop season 2025

In the picturesque region of Baden-Württemberg, the 2025 harvest season has come to a close, bringing a mix of triumphs and tribulations for its farmers.

The cereal harvest, thanks to the last sunny and warm days, has been successfully completed. However, the story was different for some regions where rain delayed the harvest. The warm temperatures, on the other hand, aided in the optimal germination of intercrops, providing loose soils and good overwintering opportunities for insects.

The vineyards in Baden-Württemberg are slightly ahead of the early previous year, with the general harvest start for grapes forecast for the first week of September. Fruit growers and winemakers are optimistic about their 2025 harvest, with only isolated cases of locally limited hail damage. The apple harvest at Lake Constance is expected to be slightly lower than the previous year, but the quality and aroma of the apples in 2025 are particularly good.

Asparagus farmers had an overall positive season in 2025. Conversely, significant yield losses and reduced sugar contents in sugar beets have been observed for several years. Bacterial infections transmitted by the reed leafhopper have spread in the relevant sugar beet cultivation regions, leading to losses of 50 percent or more in some cases. The Ministry of Food, Rural Areas and Consumer Protection in Baden-Württemberg is committed to ensuring diverse control options for dealing with the reed leafhopper, with chemical plant protection used as a last resort.

The brewing barley harvest also faced challenges, with significant quality losses. A part of the harvest can only be marketed as feed grain. On a positive note, the rainfall in Baden-Württemberg benefited grassland and maize, allowing them to grow vigorously.

The 2025 harvest was satisfactory for many special crop operations in Baden-Württemberg. Mixed infections have resulted in yield losses in potatoes and various vegetable cultures since 2024. Intercrops are now growing strong, but the increased insect activity could pose challenges for the upcoming seasons.

For any queries or further information, the Ministry of Food, Rural Areas and Consumer Protection in Baden-Württemberg can be contacted via email or a contact form on their website, or through their Press Office. The Minister for Nutrition, Agriculture, and Consumer Protection in 2025 was Peter Hauk, who is committed to ensuring diverse control options for farmers in the region.

In conclusion, the 2025 harvest in Baden-Württemberg presented a complex tapestry of experiences for its farmers. While there were challenges, the resilience and adaptability of the region's farmers promise a brighter future for Baden-Württemberg's agricultural landscape.